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SanctionShield AI
SanctionShield AI
Real-time sanctions list screening API powered by AI. Screen individuals and entities against OFAC, UN, and EU watchlists with deep analysis and batch processing.
Overview
SanctionShield AI screens names, organizations, and entities against major global sanctions databases in real time. Includes AI-powered fuzzy matching to catch name variations and aliases.
Base URL: https://api.apivult.com/v1/compliance/sanctions
Authentication
Include your API key in every request header: X-API-Key: YOUR_API_KEY
Data Sources
- OFAC — US Office of Foreign Assets Control (SDN + Consolidated Lists)
- UN — United Nations Security Council Sanctions
- EU — European Union Consolidated Sanctions List
Endpoints
| Method | Endpoint | Description |
|---|---|---|
| POST | /v1/compliance/sanctions/screen | Fast screening against all watchlists |
| POST | /v1/compliance/sanctions/deep-analysis | AI-enhanced analysis with alias and fuzzy matching |
| POST | /v1/compliance/sanctions/batch | Screen multiple entities in one request (up to 100) |
Quick Start
curl -X POST "https://api.apivult.com/v1/compliance/sanctions/screen" \
-H "X-API-Key: YOUR_API_KEY" \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d '{
"name": "John Smith",
"entity_type": "individual",
"country": "RU"
}'Response:
{
"match_found": false,
"risk_score": 0.05,
"lists_checked": ["OFAC", "UN", "EU"],
"matches": [],
"screened_at": "2024-03-15T10:30:00Z"
}Rate Limits
| Plan | Requests/Month |
|---|---|
| Free | 500 |
| Basic | 5,000 |
| Pro | 50,000 |